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Democrats retaining control of the Senate could unexpectedly depend on the Maryland race.

Control of the U.S. Senate Could Depend on Maryland

Steven Huang ’27 and Evan Tan ’27 November 6, 2024
Maryland, although a largely Democratic state, has become a swing state in the current Senate race.
Hurricane Helene, a category four storm, caused destruction across the south.

Hurricane Helene Causes Widespread Destruction in Southeastern U.S.

Sophie Haar ’26 and Emma Canan ’26 November 6, 2024
According to USA Today, the storm impacted power infrastructure, flood insurance availability, emergency response efforts, and civilians' daily lives.
California banned legacy admissions from public and private educational institutions.

California Bans Legacy Admissions

Lexi Orr ’26, Staff Writer November 6, 2024
On Sept. 20, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation banning legacy-based admission at California colleges and universities.
Pickleball has become very popular in recent years due to the accessible nature of the sport.

Pickleball’s Rise to Worldwide Phenomenon Continues

Pilar Lynch ’27, Staff Writer November 6, 2024
Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the United States, with a growth rate of 222.3% over the last three years. 
Lowlights of the Chicago White Sox’s abysmal season, where they broke the modern record for most losses in the regular season, include collisions in the outfield.

The Chicago White Sox Ranks Among the Worst Teams in MLB History

Stephen Koopersmith ’26, Staff Writer November 6, 2024
On Sept. 29, the Chicago White Sox played their final game of the MLB season, beating the Detroit Tigers in a rare victory.
Students fail to hear from diverse perspectives as book banning policies restrict the discussion of polarizing issues.

Banning Books Unnecessarily Limits Students’ Education

Ishani Agrawal '28, Staff Writer November 1, 2024
As our country’s political morals rapidly shift, book banning has also escalated. 
Amidst an imploding industry, American animators fight to stay afloat.

#IStandWithAnimation: American Animators and the Struggle to Strike a Deal

Deanna Paukstitus ’25, Culture Editor November 1, 2024
It’s not an understatement to say that the American animation industry is imploding.
Chappell Roan has been under fire amid social media comments.

Singer-Songwriter Chappell Roan Battles Controversy in the Spotlight

Hedy Hao ’26, Staff Writer November 1, 2024
Chappell Roan has rapidly grown an audience in the past few months, riding on a momentum of popularity, but is now intentionally slowing down her fame due to dangerous fan behavior. 
Sophomore Asher Sedwick and freshman Chase Hunter won their match 7-5, securing the MAC Championship for Sidwell. Photo: Sidwell Friends.

Sidwell Boys’ Tennis Wins MAC Championship and Regular Season Title

Jackson Youree '24, Business Manager May 30, 2023
Through first singles to third doubles, the team showed skill, poise and resilience and — as a result — emerged as MAC champions.
The Avalon Theatre celebrates 100 years with a film festival. Photo: María Helena Carey via Flickr.

Avalon Theatre Celebrates 100th Anniversary

Micah Kay '25, Staff Writer May 30, 2023
The Avalon Theatre is celebrating its centennial anniversary this year through a film festival entitled “100 Years of Cinema Magic” that features a different film screening each month from February to November.
A lack of lively student support leads to feelings of discouragement among players.
Photo: Sidwell Friends.

Sidwell Students Fail To Equally Support Girls’ and Boys’ Sports

Avery Wincup '26, Staff Writer May 30, 2023
In the future, the F.A.N. needs to equally publicize both girls’ and boys’ games in order to fully represent Sidwell’s impressive athletic programs.
The increased gun violence in Washington inspired some Ninth Grade Studies classes to lobby for gun restrictions. Photo: Gareth Milner via Flickr.

Ninth Grade Studies Classes Prepare To Lobby Representatives

Dylan Verma '26, Staff Writer May 30, 2023
During the second semester of the school year, Sidwell’s Ninth Grade Studies classes have been working on a lobbying project in partnership with the Friends Committee on National Legislation (FCNL).
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